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Google Gemini vs Microsoft Copilot

Google Gemini: Google's assistant, connected to Search, Gmail, Docs and Android. Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft's free assistant on the web, Windows and Edge. Here is how they compare on features, pricing, platforms, pros and cons.

Quick verdict

Google Gemini

Best for: People who already live in Google's apps and want an assistant inside them.

Stands out for: Deep link with Google apps; Free to start.

Microsoft Copilot

Best for: Windows users who want a free assistant without installing anything.

Stands out for: Free to use; Built into Windows and Edge.

Side-by-side comparison

Comparison of Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot
Google Gemini
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Microsoft Copilot
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What it isGoogle's assistant, connected to Search, Gmail, Docs and Android.Microsoft's free assistant on the web, Windows and Edge.
Pricing
Free + Paid
Free + Paid
Free to useYesYes
CategoryAI Chatbots & AssistantsAI Chatbots & Assistants
Editor rank#3 in category#4 in category
Made byGoogleMicrosoft
Best forPeople who already live in Google's apps and want an assistant inside them.Windows users who want a free assistant without installing anything.
Key features
  • Works with Google Workspace apps
  • Image and video generation
  • Deep Research reports with sources
  • Built into Windows and Edge
  • Web answers with linked sources
  • Image creation included
Pros
  • Deep link with Google apps
  • Free to start
  • Handles text, images and files
  • Free to use
  • Built into Windows and Edge
  • Shows web sources
Cons
  • Best features need a Google paid plan
  • Answers can still contain mistakes
  • Office app features need a Microsoft 365 plan
  • Can be less flexible than rival assistants
Use it to
  • Ask questions with up-to-date Google Search results
  • Summarise emails and files in Gmail and Drive
  • Get help on an Android phone by voice
  • Get quick answers with web sources
  • Create images from a text prompt
  • Ask for help directly from Windows
Web app
iPhone & iPad
Android
Windows
API

Google Gemini vs Microsoft Copilot: questions

Is Google Gemini better than Microsoft Copilot?

Neither wins for everyone. Our editors rank Google Gemini slightly higher overall in AI Chatbots & Assistants, but Microsoft Copilot can be the better fit: Windows users who want a free assistant without installing anything.

Which is free, Google Gemini or Microsoft Copilot?

Both can be used without paying: Google Gemini is free + paid and Microsoft Copilot is free + paid. Paid plans add more usage or features.

Can I use Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot together?

Yes. Many people keep both and pick per task, for example ask questions with up-to-date Google Search results with Google Gemini, and get quick answers with web sources with Microsoft Copilot.

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